Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
echitidea
ID:
235821

Status:
valid

Authors:
Standl.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1929

Citation Micro:
Publ. Field Columb. Mus., Bot. Ser. 4: 274 (1929)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000235152

Common Names

  • Echitidea Manettia
  • Echitidea Vine
  • Echitidea Flower Manettia

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Description

Manettia echitidea (also called Echitide Manettia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the coffee family. It is a woody, evergreen vine that is native to Central and South America, and grows in tropical and subtropical forests. It has bright white tubular flowers and glossy green leaves.

Uses & Benefits

Manettia echitidea is a popular ornamental plant that is used for its showy, fragrant flowers. It is often used in flower arrangements and can be grown in containers. It is also known for its ability to attract butterflies and hummingbirds.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Manettia echitidea has white flowers with a yellow center and a tubular shape. The seeds are small and round, and the seedlings are small and thin.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Manettia echitidea can be propagated by seed or cuttings. When propagating by seed, sow the seeds in a well-draining potting mix and keep the soil moist. When propagating by cuttings, take a cutting from a mature plant and place it in a potting mix. Keep the soil moist and provide plenty of light. Manettia echitidea prefers full sun and well-draining soil.

Where to Find Manettia echitidea

Manettia echitidea is native to Brazil.

Manettia echitidea FAQ

What is the scientific name of Manettia echitidea?

Manettia echitidea

What is the common name of Manettia echitidea?

Echitidea

What type of plant is Manettia echitidea?

Shrub

Species in the Manettia genus

Manettia acutifolia, Manettia alba, Manettia albert-smithii, Manettia angamarcensis, Manettia arboricola, Manettia asclepiadacea, Manettia asperifolia, Manettia auratifolia, Manettia badilloi, Manettia bangii, Manettia barbata, Manettia bernardii, Manettia beyrichiana, Manettia breteleri, Manettia caliana, Manettia calycosa, Manettia campanulacea, Manettia canescens, Manettia cephalophora, Manettia chrysoderma, Manettia cinchonarum, Manettia coccinea, Manettia coccocypseloides, Manettia coerulea, Manettia congesta, Manettia cordifolia, Manettia corticifera, Manettia cryptantha, Manettia discolor, Manettia divaricata, Manettia domingensis, Manettia dominicensis, Manettia dubia, Manettia echitidea, Manettia evenia, Manettia fiebrigii, Manettia fimbriata, Manettia flexilis, Manettia glandulosa, Manettia glazioviana, Manettia glaziovii, Manettia gracilis, Manettia herthae, Manettia hirtella, Manettia hispida, Manettia holwayi, Manettia honigii, Manettia hotteana, Manettia irwinii, Manettia jorgensenii,

Species in the Rubiaceae family

Acranthera abbreviata, Acranthera anamallica, Acranthera athroophlebia, Acranthera atropella, Acranthera aurantiaca, Acranthera axilliflora, Acranthera bullata, Acranthera capitata, Acranthera ceylanica, Acranthera didymocarpa, Acranthera endertii, Acranthera frutescens, Acranthera grandiflora, Acranthera hallieri, Acranthera hirtostipula, Acranthera involucrata, Acranthera johannis-winkleri, Acranthera lanceolata, Acranthera longipes, Acranthera longipetiolata, Acranthera maculata, Acranthera megaphylla, Acranthera monantha, Acranthera nieuwenhuisii, Acranthera ophiorhizoides, Acranthera parviflora, Acranthera philippensis, Acranthera ruttenii, Acranthera salmonea, Acranthera siamensis, Acranthera siliquosa, Acranthera simalurensis, Acranthera sinensis, Acranthera strigosa, Acranthera tomentosa, Acranthera variegata, Acranthera velutinervia, Acranthera yatesii, Acranthera philippinensis, Acranthera burmanica, Acranthera virescens, Acranthera hoangii, Acranthera collina, Acrobotrys discolor, Acrosynanthus jamaicensis, Acrosynanthus latifolius, Acrosynanthus minor, Acrosynanthus ovatus, Acrosynanthus parvifolius, Acrosynanthus revolutus,

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